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The Oral Health Promotion team has 5 members geographically spread throughout Wiltshire. The Head Office is in Marlborough but there will be a team member near to your area.

Wiltshire Oral Health Promotion is always happy to support schools in their efforts to promote dental health.

Designing a lesson about teeth?

If you’re designing a lesson about teeth, a member of the team may be able to support you by delivering a session in the school. Contact us to find out who your nearest team member is.

Happy Little Teeth Award

Find out more about the Happy Little Teeth Award and download an Award Activity Pack.

Food in Schools - This website provides valuable guidance and resources for anyone working in or with a school on food-related activities throughout the school day, including teachers, parents, school governors, head teachers, pupils and health professionals. There is information on a broad range of activities from guidance on how to set up a school food partnership or a healthier breakfast club to details of local Healthy School's support networks. Click here to visit the Food in Schools website.

Hyperactive children - Foods and drinks that contain additives have in some cases been linked to hyperactivity in children. The Hyperactivity Children's Support Group (HACSG) has produced a pack 'Hyperactivity in the Classroom' a brief guide for teachers and parents.

For more information contact the Oral Health Promotion team on 01672 517427. Lines are open from 9am – 5pm.

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